Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94301 | 285 Rinconada Ave
MLS: ML81979999 | Status: Sold | Price: $4,650,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 1,861 | 5,000 | 1937 |
Perfect blend of Old-World charm and modern design in desirable Old Palo Alto! Tastefully updated in 2019-2022. Modern features include wide-plank white oak floors, home theater system, A/C, Nest smart thermostat, & Ring doorbell system. New elegant scalloped-shingle roof. Stylish living room with contemporary fireplace, built-ins & French doors to back yard. Connected dining room with glass bubble chandelier opens to Chefs kitchen and covered patio for effortless entertaining and outdoor living. Custom European-style kitchen cabinets with granite countertops designed for efficient flow. Stainless steel appliances. 2 first-floor bedrooms, including large primary with extensive closet space. New Zen-inspired shared bathroom with walk-in shower & double-sink floating vanity is bathed in natural light. 2 more spacious bedrooms upstairs. Beautiful, shared travertine bathroom with shower. Storage galore with multiple closets in every room. Attached 2-car garage finished with epoxy floor for flexible use. Professionally landscaped for maximum curb appeal and enjoyment. Romantic fountain, wisteria-covered arbor, new low-maintenance pavers. Very private. Easy access to Stanford, 101, commute routes & leading tech campuses such as Apple, Google and Meta. Award-winning Palo Alto schools.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81979999 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor |
| Bathrooms | Stall Shower - 2+, Tile |
| Kitchen | Exhaust Fan, Skylight(s) |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer |
| Dining Room | Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | No Family Room |
| Fireplace | Living Room |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Tile |
| Cooling | Central Forced Air |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space |
| Style | Country English |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, On Street, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Palo Alto Unified |
| High School District | Palo Alto Unified |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R1 |
Annie Watson
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01964881
Phone: (650) 380-9898
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